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The College announced in a Feb. 27 email new familiarization training sessions on the use of automated external defibrillators, Stop the Bleed kits and Narcan administration. The sessions are open to all members of the College community. “The training will cover the basics of how to recognize situations where these tools are needed and how to effectively use them,” Dan Posluszny, emergency preparedness and fire safety manager, wrote in the email. “Knowing how to respond in a medical emergency can make a significant difference.” ?? Tristan Weisenbach, Editor-In-Chief ?? Isabella Darcy, Managing Editor Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eX-ktipW

Decker and Cromwell will be the next residence halls on campus to get air conditioning, after the Board of Trustees approved the project at its meeting on Feb. 25. The installation, which has an estimated cost of $2 million, has a targeted completion date of August 2026. The project is funded by capital housing reserves, according to the?Board of Trustees meeting agenda. ?? Matthew Kaufman, Former Editor-In-Chief ?? Brooke Zevon, Staff Photographer Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edQ5UYig

The fitness center in Campus Town is getting an aesthetic make-over and more machines added to the cardio section — the first large revamp since opening almost 10 years ago. Within the gym, all 12 treadmills have been replaced with better technology models, and two more were added to accommodate a higher demand. All wall paint has also been re-done, with more consideration for school colors and pride. ?? & ?? Victoria Gladstone, Former Editor-In-Chief Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eQt_WuRB

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Over 100 protestors gathered at the New Jersey State House yesterday afternoon to stand up against an executive order they believe threatens the United States’ democracy. The executive order, titled “Ensuring Accountability for All Agencies,” sparked outrage from activists who came from all across the state to voice discontent with the directive, as well as other actions taken by President Donald Trump and his administration. The New Jersey branch of 50501, a political action organization that frequently protests the policies and actions of the Trump Administration, organized the demonstration. The opposed executive order, which, according to Lawfare, “expands presidential oversight of agencies and asserts ‘authoritative interpretation’ of executive branch law by the president,” was signed on Feb. 18. 50501 says the directive “makes [Trump] a king in all but name.” ?? Isabella Darcy, Managing Editor ?? Isabella Darcy, Managing Editor Read more here: https://lnkd.in/etkTjRgD

Student Government Executive President Jared Williams and Executive Vice President Trish Le suit up every day before stepping on their home court, the College. They don’t worry about flaunting last names on their backs, but instead repping their SG gear. They want their initiatives to last longer on campus than their titles. For them, scoring points means advocating for students, making positive changes and starting legacies at the College. Williams, a senior political science major, and Le, a senior history secondary and special education major, spoke with The Signal last spring to discuss goals for their term. After conquering some in the fall, they have set new ambitions for the spring semester as they both prepare to say goodbye to their time in SG. As the two officers have climbed the governmental ladder, they have become great friends, enhancing their ability to put numbers on the scoreboard for students. ??Raeanne Raccagno, Copy Editor ?? Raeanne Raccagno, Copy Editor Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eyAfHqQn

The Accessibility Resource Center is debuting its first ARC week on campus to increase respect and understanding for navigating education, community and careers with a disability from March 10-14. ARC?was established alongside the?Americans with Disability Act of 1990?and has gone through many names at the College, but its mission has remained strong in serving students. The center is known for heightening disability as a component of diversity while having a core of social justice through a joint effort. ?? Raeanne Raccagno, Copy Editor ?? Erin Reilly, Staff Photographer Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ey7K4uPQ

The Signal published an?editorial?on Feb. 7 condemning antisemitic, racist, homophobic and transphobic comments that targeted other students, including two Signal editors and students in PRISM, the College’s oldest gender and sexuality alliance. These messages were sent by members of the TCNJ College Republicans in their recognized student organization public GroupMe chat. The editorial also questioned why the College did not take any action against the RSO after it was made aware of the messages. After our editorial was published, many members of the greater College community expressed disdain for the nature of the comments that were made, specifically those that directly targeted individual students. ???Signal Editorial Board ?? Luke DiStefano, Opinions Editor Read more here: https://lnkd.in/emE54mJR

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A free speech debate at The College began after The Signal reported offensive messages in the College Republicans’ GroupMe chat. President Bernstein cited legal precedent, stating action is only warranted if speech severely disrupts education. Some messages targeted PRISM members, leading to bias reports and an investigation, which found no policy violations. Monmouth University students were also involved, and their College Republicans removed those responsible. While TCNJ College Republicans condemned the messages, they noted challenges in moderating a large group chat. The incident sparked campus-wide discussions on free speech, accountability, and the role of education in addressing harmful rhetoric. This story was produced in collaboration with The Outlook?at Monmouth University. ?? Isabella Darcy and Aidan Mastandrea, Managing Editor and News Editor ???Andre Paras, Video Editor Read more here: https://lnkd.in/enWgkwRC